A Long Hello !

[RemoWest]

I have been suffering from daily chronic headache (atypical facial pain) since august 2008 and been unemployed (due to my condition) since May 2009.I have also been unsuccessful in finding any employment since that time. additionally,I seriously question whether I could be gainfully employed,as my condition ultimatley led to my termination in the first place.I do however still continue to look for work,and would attempt to perform a job if I was able to initally aquire employment.

for reference the job was a prosthetics assembler,basicly one of the easiest jobs I can imagine. In my opinion this was by far,one of the least physically and mentally demanding job I have probably ever had.once the headache/facial pain started I had exterme difficulty meeting the demands of the job.initally my employer had indicated I had nothing to worry about. but in the end,and after several months,when I was not showing any improvment I and was permanently laid off,terminated.

So I do however continue to look for work. but in my present condition I seriously question my ability aquire and retain gainful employment.I have been unsuccessful in finding employment what so ever at this point,and have been unemployed for just over one year.

 

my condition limits me and effects everything I do in my daily life as well. I wake up with a headache and I go to bed with a headache,it never goes away, it only varies slightly in degree.I often have trouble concentrating and remembering things.I also have other significant symptoms such as: chest pain,back pain,blurry vision,shortness of breath,difficulty sleeping and frequent random sharp pains,aches and numbness throughout my body.

I have become largely sedentary. I often find it extremely difficult to perform even light duty or non-physically demanding tasks or recreational activities.I have nearly become a shut-in due to my constant pain.I often spend much of the day in bed trying to rest or just fall a sleep.despite trying to remain positive and what I tell myself,and no matter what I try,my condition makes it impossible to live a normal life.

My condition also takes a huge toll on relationships with family and friends. although they are generally sympathetic and caring,they can not comprehend nor do they understand the hell im going through.I have lost touch with most of my friends due to my inability to work or be socially active.I do try to get out,be active and perform daily tasks when able, but that is very difficult in my present condition.I do maintain a few friendships through an occasional phone call or email.

I do try and occasionally manage to get out and go places but that is fairly rare and usually short lived.I usually just end up going back home and resting or going to bed due to the pain.

I have previously been to Allegiance Health (ER),University of Michigan (ER) and pain clinic, Cleveland Clinic for diagnosis and treatment and finally (MHNI), Michigan headpain and Neurological Institute.I was admitted for 18 days in MHNI's inpatient program at Chelsea Community Hospital,(head pain unit) .Multiple oral and IV medications were tried,as well as several nerve blocks, All in an attempt to gain relief from my constant daily headache/facial pain.

unfortunately, all treatments I have received thus far have been ineffective in addressing my headaches/facial pain.

 

I recently have seen advertisments in the local media regarding marijuana clinics. I have also learned that state law now allows the use of marijuana for treatment of several medical conditions.providing they meet the medical criteria for this treatment and aquire their "card" from the state. obviously the state HAS to get their hands in the pockets of everybody, especially the sick and disabled.thats nothing that will ever change.

normally I wouldnt consider this for myself, but it appears im just about of options.Im beyond tired of being in pain every hour of my waking life. so im here to learn from the experience of others what I could possibly gain from this potentially effective treatment for my chronic pain issues.

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[Marijuana Ranch]

420Peace RemoWest,

 

Welcome and thank you for joining with us...

 

As for trying Cannabis for your plight; I would say...

When there is a lot to be gained by trying

and little to be lost if you do

By all means try...

[MightyMightyMezz]

It could give you a new lease on life. My feeling is you should try some "edibles" made with high quality herb. See how that works and go from there.

[rockinlespaul]

welcome! Have you ever tried mmj and if so, has it helped you?

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Had a friend who suffered terrible facial pain and headaches for almost a year with no help from doctors. Her dentist found something wrong which totally took care of the headaches once it was treated. Not trying to discourage you from trying medical marijuana, just suggesting a good dentist looking for the problem might help if you have not already gone that route.

[jmorrison71]

I've read your post several times now and I had to say that it is a dialog of my life, or how my life used to be. You have definately been through the different treatments. I totally sympathize with you. I suffer from migraines and have been to multiple treatment specialists including MHNI...and yes I too spent some time at the lovely Chelsea Hospital head pain unit.

 

I can totally relate to everything you have tried because I have tried the same things and many that you didn't mention. I am currently disabled and unable to work due to my migraines and head pain.

 

For me using medical marijuana has definately helped with my overall quality of life. I can't say it always takes away the pain or aborts a migraine but it does the job most of the time. What it has really helped is to improve my mood and my intercations with my family and friends. I can't say it has been the "cure" for me but it has definately helped me and helped make my life more liveable.

 

I came to the exact same decision about medical marijuana when I felt I was out of choices and my life was becoming a dull blur of pain, medications, and laying in bed. I made up my mind to try medical marijuana when my doctor prescribed a medication that I could only take for 5 months at a time, with a 1 month break from the medication, because it had the potential to cause fibroids to develop on my organs and basically destroy my organs. Keep in mind that this was a drug being prescribed for migraines/head pain that was originally intended to stop bleeding in women. I figured after that there was no way that I shouldn't try medical marijuana!

 

PM me and I will share more info on the clinic I chose and different perspectives I have had so far.

 

I know this sounds so cliche but don't give up hope and remember that you're not alone when it comes to having this type of disability!